What makes plants grow to a certain size? From the tiniest cells to whole leaves, roots, and stems, growth has to be ...

New study reveals monsoon is the best time to harvest Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) for maximum medicinal compounds.

The annual carpet of dead leaves can be an important component in gardens. They can serve as root-protecting and ...

The Tea Research Institute (TRI) of Sri Lanka is celebrating its centenary this year.  Hence, this is an appropriate time to ...

T he thrumming subterranean networks of tree roots in forests have been harboring more secrets than we realized: Scientists ...

From growing smaller leaves to shape-shifting its insides, a desert flowering plant goes all in to flourish in the harshest of conditions.

David, a leading economist, warns that Israel’s future depends on urgent education reforms, with the next election potentially its last chance. 'We might not get another chance to turn this train ...

Microgreens are considered a true superfood. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. However, consuming ...

Though often found in overlapping forest circles, and genetically born of the same flora family, these native look-alike bloomers are actually two distinct representatives of the daisy.

Our resident agony aunt Fiona McKenzie Johnston considers how to decorate for and celebrate Halloween in a meaningful way ...

The refugee cap of 7,500 slots is a drastic decline from the ceiling of 125,000 set by the Biden administration last year.

Aggressive Lawn Scalping That Stunts Root Development Research has shown that removing more than 40 percent of turfgrass leaf tissue in one mowing can stop root growth for up to two weeks. Yet many ...